andromeda

"[Presents an illustrated look at the] story of the daughter of ancient Ethiopian King Cepheus and Queen Cassiopeia: Princess Andromeda. Andromeda's beauty was so renowned that it ignited the jealousy of Poseidon, who sent a great sea monster to devour her. But her plight inspired the Greek hero Perseus to intervene in her rescue, and then to marry her"--Amazon.

A study of the Andromeda constellation, covering the princess after whom it was named, its origins and history, how it has been studied, careers in astronomy, and other related topics. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

A study of the Andromeda constellation, covering the princess after whom it was named, its origins and history, how it has been studied, careers in astronomy, and other related topics.